Melted Leeks
By: Anonymous
Published: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 3:03pm

Ingredients




8 mediums Leeks
1/2 stk Unsalted butter
2 tablespoons Water if necessary
Salt to taste
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or chervil chopped

Preparation

1 Cut off the dark green leaves from the top of the leeks. Slit the leeks about half way down the center and wash well under cold running water. Slice into 1/4-inch rounds. Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan; when it foams, add the sliced leeks and toss gently to coat with butter. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper and add 1 or 2 tablespoon water if necessary. Cover with a paper lid and a close-fitting saucepan lid. Reduce the heat and cook very gently for 20 to 30 minutes 2 This recipe yields 6 to 8 servings. 3 Comments: The pot of leeks may be cooked in the oven at 325 degrees if that is more convenient.